Model Year | 2009 | 2015 | |
Model | Volvo S60 | Volkswagen Beetle | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I5 DOHC-4v 257 hp@5500 258 lb-ft@2100 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5300 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 100.0 in | 6.9 in |
Length | 180.2 in | 168.4 in | 11.8 in |
Width | 71.4 in | 71.2 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 56.2 in | 58.5 in | -2.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3393 lb. | 3104 lb. | 289 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.4 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 55.3 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 49.0 in | 0.0 in | 49 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 41.3 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 37.1 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 49.0 in | 6.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 0.0 in | 55.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.3 in | 31.4 in | 1.9 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 72.7 in (over 2 rows) | 3.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.9 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | -1.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.9 ft3 | 29.9 ft3 | -16 ft3 |
2009 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Superior comfort. Excellent support while still soft. see full Volvo S60 review |
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